Routine IT maintenance on Wednesday, December 17 will cause service interruptions between midnight and 6:00am affecting the YourHealthNS app and on-line appointment booking including COVID-19 testing, blood collection, X-Ray, EKG and the Need a Family Practice Registry. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The Perioperative Blood Management (PBM) Program helps patients before, during, and after planned surgery. Topics include what blood is made of, anemia, benefits, blood transfusions, and informed consent. This pamphlet is also available in French.
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is when fatty materials called plaque build up in the arteries that supply blood to the brain, organs, and limbs (arms and legs). This pamphlet explains what PAD is, how to find out if you have PAD, what problems PAD can cause, and how PAD is treated.
This pamphlet will help you learn what to expect after your peripheral bypass surgery. Topics include incision care, activity, staying healthy after surgery, and follow-up care. Warning signs and what to do is given.
This pamphlet explains what peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage) is and why it may happen if you have cancer. Symptoms, treatments, and self-management strategies are included.
This pamphlet explains what perseveration is and strategies that can help. It also lists helpful resources.
Ce document contient des informations sur les différents services de grossesse et d’éducation des parents proposés par la Santé publique, notamment Débuter sainement, Visites d’accompagnement à domicile et Partenariat infirmière-famille.
During a PFO or an ASD closure, a puncture is made in your groin so that the doctor can put a special catheter (tube) into your vein. This pamphlet explains what to bring to the hospital, what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
A phlebotomy is done to lower the amount of blood cells in your body. This pamphlet explains how a phlebotomy is done, how to get ready for a phlebotomy, and what will happen after.
Photodynamic therapy is a treatment that may help some eye conditions. Topics include how PDT works, getting ready, how treatment is done, and care afterwards. This pamphlet is also available in French.
After an acquired brain injury (ABI), it is important to stay active.